Halifax’s Strange Plants Debut New Anthem, “Tell Me All Your Secrets, Pt. 2”

With their debut single, “Tell Me All Your Secrets, Pt. 2,” Halifax band Strange Plants push the boundaries of the psychedelic rock genre. Seamlessly fusing a Gap Band-inspired rhythm section with biting rock vocals, the song delivers an energetic yet introspective exploration of fractured relationships and hidden truths.

Produced by Robbie Crowell (Sturgill Simpson, Deer Tick), “Tell Me All Your Secrets, Pt. 2” embodies Strange Plants’ commitment to blending retro tones with modern sensibilities. Recorded at the iconic Creative Workshop Studio in Nashville, the track’s lush analog production showcases the band’s dedication to creating music that feels both timeless and forward-thinking.

“Tell Me All Your Secrets, Pt. 2” is about that painful disconnection in a relationship—when someone is living a double life but refuses to admit it, even after it’s over. The song started with that personal story but grew into something much bigger, reflecting on the tension between authenticity and secrecy. – bandleader Matt Brannon

“Tell Me All Your Secrets, Pt. 2” draws from the soul of funk legends like the Isley Brothers and Gap Band but reimagines it for a new generation. The key change into the chorus is so subtle that you almost don’t notice it, which I think gives the song a unique edge. – producer Robbie Crowell

Strange Plants draws its roots from the creative partnership of Travis Flint and Matt Brannon, formerly of Halifax alt-country band Hot Mondy. With influences ranging from Pink Floyd and Supertramp to MGMT and Jack White, the band crafts a sound that’s rich in texture and steeped in analog authenticity.